Petmate Kennel Cab Fashion, Medium, Samba Red/Coffee Grounds
October 20, 2011 
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Petmate Kennel Cab Fashion, Medium, Samba Red/Coffee Grounds
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- Floor perimeter moat to help keep pets dry
- Seatbelt slot for safe travel
- Features 25% recycled materials
- Meets USDA and IATA requirements
- 23 inches long x 15.1 wide x 11.8 inches high for pets 10 to 14 inches tall
Petmate Kennel Cab Fashion, Medium, Samba Red/Coffee Grounds
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Tips and Tricks To Get Your Canine Travel Buddy Loving Those Summer Vacations – Dog Crates and More
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Are you planning on doing some travel with your dog this summer? We’re all more susceptible to stress when traveling, but pets can be even more prone to getting hyper and stressed in transit if you’re not careful. Here are a few tips that can lessen the stress of traveling with hound in tow.
Planning ahead sets the stage for smooth sailing when it comes to traveling with dogs. Poor planning results in unnecessary, stress for both you and your best friend. Dogs are sensitive and they easily pick up on our moods and actions. They can easily assume that something is wrong if they feel tension, creating feelings of anxiety. What you want to avoid is your pet associating travel with anxiety as this will cause them to be reluctant to travel in the future and make them more difficult to handle when in route.
Start off by thinking about your overall trip. How long is your trip and what will your pet need during that time? How will you travel and are there special requirements or carriers needed? Where will you be staying and will you need to call ahead to make sure those accommodations allow pets?
Most airlines allow you to take your dog along with you when you fly, however, they may have specific requirements for the dog crate and require special airline approved dog carriers. Some airlines allow you to carry your smaller dog or pet onto the plane, whereas larger pets often must travel with the checked baggage. To save yourself the hassle of nasty surprises and fees at the ticket counter, check with the airline ahead of time to make sure that your dog crates meet the airline’s specific rules.
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You will also want to ask the airline what their regulations are for providing food and water to your dog during the voyage. Many airline approved dog carriers come with their own built in spill-proof water dish or ones that attaches to the crate door. However, if your dog crate does not have this, bring along some sort of watering dish. Most airlines don’t allow you to give your dog water on the plane, so you will want to use any wait times or layovers to give your dog water and prevent dehydration.
Going through security can be one of the most stressful parts of airline travel. Always carry a leash and dog collar with you in case you are asked to remove your dog from his crate for security checks or pat downs. When traveling with pets, it’s wise to limit personal carry on as much as possible to avoid having to juggle too much at the security line. As it is, a bustling, busy airport is a strange, potentially threatening environment for your dog and they may act nervous or aggressive. The idea is to get through the process as quickly and calmly as possible by avoiding unnecessary delays.
For canines traveling by car, you will want to be sure they have a suitable dog crate or car barrier which will keep them contained or restrained and prevent dangerous conditions. Pet barriers are especially useful if you are traveling in a van or SUV as these devices keep your dog in the back of the vehicle and away from the driver. If your pet is smaller or has difficulty jumping up into the car, there are ramps that allow easier access.
For shorter trips, pet restraints or seatbelts may be fine, but for longer journeys, a sturdy dog crate makes traveling with your dog easier and safer. Not only do dog crates contain your dog, but they protect your seats from doggie damage caused by a nervous, scratching or chewing dog, or worse motion sickness or a toilet emergency. When traveling in a dog crate, your pooch can travel in style, with their favorite dog dishes and dog pillows and beds, making them feel more secure and comfortable during the journey.
There are many styles and crating options available, but one that I have found to be very versatile and easy to use are the double-door wire dog crates. These wire crates have a removable bottom for easy cleaning, and there are two doors, one that opens in the front and one on the side of the kennel. This gives you more options when packing the crate and other belonging, as you can access your pet from several different angles.
If space is limited, portable fabric dog crates can be folded and stored when not in use. While these soft pet carriers don’t provide the same safety and protection as the hard shell variety, they are very practical for travel situations where you will be staying in hotels or in someone else’s home and need a place to keep your pet while in transit. These pet carriers can also give your pooch a rest when outdoors, while camping or at outdoor gatherings.
Justin Paone is a long time dog owner who enjoys discovering new ways to make our dog’s lives happier, healthier and more comfortable. His dogs love his “finds” as he brings home the latest dog crate or plush dog pillow and beds. He offers these supplies at his online store, www.dogsupplynetwork.com so your dog can enjoy them too. Enjoy!
Dog Crate question by JAC: Does anyone know of a true indestructable dog crate?
We have a dog named Beanie. We’ve had her since she was a puppy. Shes about 5 yrs old. She has serious separation anxiety. If we walked outside and left her in the house she would bark, rip, and destroy everything. She once ripped through a door and tried to jump through a window. We never leave for more than 4 hrs. She gets lots of exercise on our 6 acres. We have gone through 3 different metal crates. Since my husband works mornings and myself nights, she only gets left alone maybe 3 times a wk. She cant be left alone outside because she can escape anything. We had her metal crate surrounded by bricks. We have brought her to a behavior specialist and they said our options were more visits or medications. Both expensive for our tight family of 4 budget. All we can think of to do is get, yet again, a different crate. We got her from a high kill shelter as a stray and she has always been like this. She is a great family dog, other than this problem. We love her very much.
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Answer by mustanglynnie
One like this would be the most secure: http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=540&Ntt=crates&Ntk=All&Ntx=mode+matchallpartial&Np=1&pc=1&N=0&Nty=1 The fold & carry type are not as strongly joined together as these more permanent use type.
A ‘home remedy’ you can use to help calm her: give her a Benadryl tablet (1/2 if a smaller dog < 30 lbs) ocassionally when she gets bad. Do NOT give one everyday, just use when she is particulary stressed.
That Dumb Dog!
I love my dog, but sometimes she drives me crazy!
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